Armis Co-Founder Yevgeny Dibrov Eyes Sports Team Ownership After $8B Exit
Armis co-founder Yevgeny Dibrov, following his company's $8 billion acquisition by ServiceNow, revealed he is considering purchasing a sports team in Israel after receiving numerous offers.
Yevgeny Dibrov, co-founder and CEO of the Israeli cybersecurity unicorn Armis, is eyeing a potential foray into sports team ownership following the historic acquisition of his company by tech giant ServiceNow for approximately $8 billion. In an interview with the Israel Business program, Dibrov reflected on the milestone deal, the sleepless nights leading up to it, and his future ambitions.
Reflecting on the morning after the massive transaction was finalized, Dibrov shared that despite the magnitude of the achievement, it felt like a continuation of their professional journey rather than a finish line. "I came to the office as usual," Dibrov said. "After a night of absolute madness and intense excitement at the office, we threw a small celebration. My partner and I raised a glass—vodka for me, whiskey for him."
Dibrov revealed the personal toll that the final weeks of negotiations took, noting that he slept an average of just an hour and a half per night over the final four days. The very first person he called after the deal closed was his wife, telling her that they had finally crossed the finish line after weeks of extreme pressure. As a personal reward for the grueling milestone, Dibrov purchased a luxury timepiece: an Audemars Piguet Burgundy Tourbillon.
The massive financial exit has also brought a flood of external business proposals and investment pitches. Dibrov noted that he has received numerous offers, particularly regarding sports acquisitions, as he is an avid sports fan. When asked directly if his ultimate dream is to purchase a sports team in Israel, Dibrov left the door wide open for the future, responding, "Someday, God willing."
